You are not your thoughts, even if OCD says otherwise.

OCD can feel incredibly isolating. You may think: "I can’t even trust my own mind. I’m a monster for even thinking that. I’m broken beyond repair." But the truth is, you’re far from alone. OCD is the 4th most common mental health disorder. That’s millions of others navigating similar thoughts and struggles—millions of people who understand, even when it feels like no one possibly could. The reason OCD still feels so misunderstood is because it’s often masked by stigma. This May, we’re working to fight that stigma and remind you that your intrusive thoughts don’t define you—because to us, Mental Health Awareness Month isn’t just about awareness. It’s about action: naming the truths about OCD that too often go unspoken, helping more people get the care they need and deserve, and showing you that wherever you are in your journey, you’re so much more than your OCD. To bring this message to life, here’s what 10 of our therapists wish everyone with intrusive thoughts understood.